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7.3

1,689 reviews

The Wander Hotel

The Wander Hotel

929 Parkway, Gatlinburg, 37738, Tennessee, United States

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Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Mountain view

The Wander Hotel

The Wander Hotel is a 3-star motel in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States, just 0.5mi from the city center. Located at 929 Parkway, it offers breakfast and has 1689 reviews from guests.

Amenities include free WiFi, Private Parking (free), Parking On Site (free), and free access to indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Pet Friendly (extra charges), air conditioning, non-smoking rooms, a 24-hour front desk, mountain view, patio, balcony, view, bathtub, and free toiletries are also available.

Minimum price starts from $62. The Wander Hotel is located at 929 Parkway in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.

Just 0.5mi from Gatlinburg’s city center, The Wander Hotel blends convenient access with mountain-flavored comfort. A complimentary breakfast starts mornings, then pools—both indoor and outdoor—are ready for a refreshing dip. Guests can soak in the mountain views from a balcony or patio, while on-site free parking, air conditioning, non-smoking rooms, and a 24-hour front desk keep every stay smooth.

Pets are welcome with possible extra charges, making it easy to bring along a four-legged friend. Cash is not accepted, but Visa, American Express, Mastercard, and Discover are accepted for payment. The property has plenty of guest feedback, with 1,689 reviews contributing to a sense of its traveler-reported character.

Room choices run from practical two-king configurations to more expansive suites. Examples include Room - 2 King (two king beds); Room - 2 Queen, Pets Allowed; and the spacious Suite, 2 Bedroom, Balcony, Jetted Tub, or Premier, 3 Queen, 2 Bedroom, Pool View. For a night of comfort, there’s a mix of options to fit couples, families, and groups.

Closest airports

McGhee Tyson Airport

27.3mi

Asheville Regional Airport

58.3mi

Most popular amenities

Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Free toiletries

Balcony

View

Bathtub

Rooms

King Suite with Jetted Tub - Non-Smoking in The Wander Hotel

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Suite, Jetted Tub

1 King Size Bed

430 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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1 King Bed Suite Jetted Tub Non-Smoking includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus satellite tv .

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Pet Friendly/Non-Smoking in The Wander Hotel

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Room - 2 Queen, Pets Allowed

2 Queen Size Beds

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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2 Queen Beds Pet-Friendly Non-Smoking includes 2 queen-size beds 150-154 width plus satellite tv .

King Room - Non-Smoking in The Wander Hotel

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

355 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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Free high-speed WiFi, free continental breakfast, mini-fridge, microwave, self-controlled temperature, bathtub/shower, coffee/tea maker, flat-screen TV, bathroom amenities, alarm clock, TV, iron

Deluxe Queen Room with Roll-In Shower - Mobility Accessible/Non-Smoking in The Wander Hotel

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Deluxe, Accessible

2 Queen Size Beds

365 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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This air-conditioned quadruple room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a patio. The unit offers 2 beds.

Deluxe Room with Two Queen Beds and Private Balcony - Non-Smoking in The Wander Hotel

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Deluxe, 2 Queen Size Beds, Balcony

2 Queen Size Beds

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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This air-conditioned quadruple room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a patio. The unit offers 2 beds.

King Suite with Mountain View and Jetted Tub - Non-Smoking in The Wander Hotel

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Suite, 2 King Size Beds, Mountain View, Jetted Tub

2 King Size Beds

375 sqft

Mountain view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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Free high-speed WiFi, free continental breakfast, jetted tub, balcony, mini-fridge, microwave, self-controlled temperature, bathtub/shower, coffee/tea maker, flat-screen TV, bathroom amenities, alarm clock, TV, iron, couch

Family Queen Room with Private Balcony - Non-Smoking in The Wander Hotel

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Family, Balcony

3 Queen Size Beds

390 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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This air-conditioned family room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a patio. The unit offers 3 beds.

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Suite, King Size, Mountain View, Jetted Tub

1 King Size Bed

375 sqft

Balcony

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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The air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. Featuring a balcony with mountain views, this suite also provides a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit offers 2 beds.

Deluxe King Room - Non-Smoking in The Wander Hotel

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Deluxe, King Size

1 King Size Bed

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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The spacious double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a hairdryer. This double room has a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a patio. The unit has 1 bed.

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2 Bedroom, 3 Queen Size Beds, Balcony

3 Queen Size Beds

Balcony

Wifi

Microwave

Air conditioning

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Free high-speed WiFi, free continental breakfast, couch, balcony, mini-fridge, microwave, self-controlled temperature, bathtub/shower, coffee/tea maker, flat-screen TV, bathroom amenities, alarm clock, TV, iron

Family Suite with Jetted Tub and Private Balcony - Non-Smoking in The Wander Hotel

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Family Suite, Balcony, Jetted Tub

1 King Size Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

475 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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The spacious quadruple room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds.

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Superior, King/Queen

1 King Size Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

Balcony

Microwave

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1 King Bed And 1 Queen Bed Superior Room Non-Smoking includes a double bed 131-150 width plus balcony and satellite tv .

Guest reviews

7.3

1,689 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Billy

8.2

August 2024

Was a great location and beautiful view from the top floor balcony.

I booked a room with jetted tub and a balcony. When I got there they gave me pretty much a basement room with a view of a concrete wall and definitely no balcony. I went to the front desk and showed my confirmation and still had to argue a few minutes before I got my correct room. The confirmation from Booking should show every detail so it is easier to explain to the front desk.

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Melanie

8.2

October 2024

The room was nice. Loved the jacuzzi tub. The bed was very comfortable, and I loved the squishy pillows. The location was the best. The free breakfast was very good. They served scrambled eggs and sausage. Bagels and toast and muffins were aplenty. Pancakes were served, although I didn't eat any. The staff was nice. I would definitely stay again.

The dining area was too small but I got my food and took it to my room. Not a big deal.

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Tyler

8.2

May 2025

Enjoyed 2 pools, complimentary breakfast, quick and easy access to main street.

Not a lot of space to walk dog

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Katherine

8.2

November 2023

We stayed in room 145 C. Great location, room was clean, we could see the mountains from the balcony and from the side balcony we could watch the sky lift and bridge. The bed was comfy, the fridge and microwave worked. Our room had a hair dryer and if you forgot to bring soap, the bathroom had Dove shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and lotion. The water was nice and hot. The bathtub was HUGE and would be perfect if you needed to soak after walking all day.

The lighting was a little dim.

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Louella

10

May 2025

For an old hotel it was great. Clean and friendly staff. We loved it and will be back. Front desk ladies were amazing even called to check on us right after check in. Were very helpful on the phone with questions. Rooms were clean and the bathroom was great. Amazing view of the Anakeesta, and right up from the Ober Mountain, take a left and you have everything else you can imagine! I mean this is as centrally located as it gets really! Its great! Also they do have bears i took pics from up above at least thats what it looks like to me. Weird human feet if it isn't bear. But pretty cool from the 5th floor.

That we couldn't stay longer! Also, learning that people steal from them and they are running low on towels because of that very reason. Dont steal people! Replacing those items are not cheap! Running an old hotel and the upkeep isn't either! So be grateful and appreciative and dont take things that don't belong to you leave them for others to use!

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Andy

9.1

September 2024

Location is phenomenal! Everything is close by and within a ten minute walk. Rooms were clean, and staff was fantastic. We got towels hung on our door the second day even though we didn't want house keeping. Was pretty awesome they thought of that!

Parking at this location is terrible. Breakfast nook is very very tiny, and quickly becomes overwhelming if more than a few people are trying to grab a quick bite before leaving, possibly could implement a grab and go option. we only got breakfast one morning due to the large amount of people. Beds were slightly uncomfortable, but bearable. Shower water pressure was to be desired, it was nonexistent.

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Christen

10

September 2024

Staff was awesome! Large, clean and unobstructed room. Location to the entertainment areas was great. So close that you can literally crawl back to the hotel from the 2 “moonshine tasting”. 2 blocks from Sugarland distillery, with a great bar and live music and 1 block from Ole Smoky distillery. Yummy Rogers Peach and Banana Pudding!

It rained 2 of 8 days, but didn’t stop us. That was the Dolly Stampede, the Redneck Comedy Bus tour and a short drive to the biggest knife store I’ve ever been to, and it was an all day experience. Hotel was still great!!! Had 4 nights of black bear sightings in the parking lot. Not aggressive but BIG! Just walk the balcony along side them and they disappear across the street.

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Michaele

10

January 2025

We have dogs and we were able to save money by bringing them and not having to board them. I checked around and they were the cheapest for pet rates. The room was big enough for both kennels for two labs. We also loved that the location was in the heart of town and we did not have to drive anywhere once we got there. They also have a nice breakfast of eggs, sausage, pancakes, biscuits & gravy, toast, cereal, yogurt, oatmeal, bagels, coffee, OJ, apple juice, hot cocoa, tea. They are very friendly and helpful.

We were told there was an indoor pool and that was one of the plus to stay at this location because my grandson loves to swim. When we got to the pool we quickly found out the pool was not heated and the hot tub was not working. It didn't stop my grandson from swimming though, but it stopped us from in with him lol.

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Ragin

8.2

January 2025

This hotel exceeded my expectations! Especially for the price!! The location was amazing - right on the strip and we were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go (which saved $20 per day for parking!). The room looked just like the photos. It was clean and comfortable and we would definitely stay again!

My only complaint is the blanket on the bed was extremely thin. I actually do not think it could even be considered a blanket, more like a sheet. Luckily the heat in the room worked very well! The bed itself and pillows were super comfy- just need better blankets!!

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Beth

10

August 2024

Our room was great! I was a little worried after reading some of the reviews but my experience was nothing but positive. The rim was clean and cool. You can't beat the location. I don't like to get cleaning service while my stuff is in the room so I left the do not disturb sign on the door and they still delivered fresh towels every day. The tv is large (50-55"). I see a few people said the TV doesn't work. It's a smart tv so you need to log in to their wifi and agree to the terms to use it and it works fine. The room was updated, the beds were comfortable. The water pressure is really good. They had a large staff that always smiled and greeted you. I did not try the breakfast because there are so many good breakfast places in Gatlinburg so I can't comment on that. The pools were nice. I enjoyed everything about this stay.

Points of Interest Around The Wander Hotel

Attractions

Mysterious Mansion

0.2mi

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

0.5mi

Ripley's Believe It or Not! Gatlinburg

0.5mi

Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre

0.6mi

Main Event Theater

6.6mi

Red Skelton Tribute Theater

7.4mi

Grand Majestic Dinner Theater

7.9mi

Titanic Pigeon Forge

8.3mi

NASCAR SpeedPark Smoky Mountains

9.1mi

Foxfire Mountain Adventure Park

10.9mi

Oconaluftee Indian Village

19mi

Museum of the Cherokee Indian

19.4mi

Great Smoky Mountains Railroad (GSMR)

19.7mi

Wheels Through Time Museum

28.3mi

St. John’s Cathedral

28.4mi

Pools

Location

  • Indoor

Availability

  • All season

Location

  • Outdoor

Availability

  • Seasonal

Amenities of The Wander Hotel

Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Free toiletries

Balcony

View

Bathtub

Stay rules - The Wander Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - The Wander Hotel

Is The Wander Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at LeConte Motor Lodge A Ramada by Wyndham, but be aware that additional charges may apply.

At what times are check-in and check-out at The Wander Hotel?

Planning to stay at The Wander Hotel? Kindly note that you can check in after 03:00 PM and before 11:00 AM is when you'll need to check out.

Can guests park for free at The Wander Hotel?

Yes, there is ample parking available at LeConte Motor Lodge A Ramada by Wyndham. It is not only conveniently located on site but also provided free of charge. You don't need to make a reservation for the private parking facility.

What's the nightly rate at The Wander Hotel?

Rates at The Wander Hotel commence from $62. However, final pricing may depend on room choices and booking dates. Always input your stay dates for precise rates.

Which room categories can I book at The Wander Hotel?

The hotel offers a variety of room types including Deluxe King Room, Queen Room with Two Queen Beds, Premier King Room, Deluxe Double Room with Two Double Beds, King Room, Double Room with Two Double Beds, and more. All rooms are non-smoking and have different bed sizes to accommodate various occupancy needs, ranging from 1 King size bed to 3 Queen size beds. The maximum occupancy for the rooms ranges from 2 adults and 1 child to 6 adults and 5 children.

What are the main attractions at The Wander Hotel?

Guests at LeConte Motor Lodge A Ramada by Wyndham can spend their time leisurely enjoying the hotel's pool facilities. The hotel offers an indoor swimming pool that is available all year round, allowing guests to swim and relax regardless of the season. Additionally, there is an outdoor swimming pool that is available during the seasonal months, providing guests with the opportunity to enjoy the pool in a refreshing outdoor environment.

These pool amenities provide guests with a variety of options for relaxation and recreation during their stay. Whether guests prefer a more private and climate-controlled indoor swim, or a sun-filled outdoor pool experience, LeConte Motor Lodge A Ramada by Wyndham has options to suit their preferences. So, whether guests want to take a refreshing dip, lounge by the poolside, or simply soak up the sun, they can make the most of their time at the hotel by enjoying these pool amenities.

Can guests use a pool at The Wander Hotel?

The hotel has two pools: Pool 1 is an indoor pool available all season, and Pool 2 is an outdoor pool available seasonally.

Which payment methods are supported by The Wander Hotel?

LeConte Motor Lodge A Ramada by Wyndham accepts payment through Visa, American Express, Discover, and Mastercard. Cash, however, is not accepted as a payment method.